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Browse for your next hybrid, PHEV or EV at MIAS 2026

Auto show to focus on responsible mobility and industry resilience

Published Mar 28, 2026 10:53 am

At A Glance

  • The best place to check out the latest hybrid, PHEV, or EV may be the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) 2026 that will proceed as scheduled from April 9 to 12, 2026 at the World Trade Center Metro Manila (WTCMM).
  • MIAS 2026 will expand into the Philippine Trade Training Center (PTTC), providing a larger and more dynamic venue for exhibitors and attendees alike.
  • Expect the event to showcase its strong focus on new energy vehicles, EVs, and electrified automotive technologies; sustainable outdoor camping solutions; new energy commercial transport solutions; and EV charging infrastructure.
Are rising fuel costs and economic uncertainty now key factors in your next vehicle purchase? Want to make the switch to an electrified vehicle but don't know where to start? The best place to be may be the Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) 2026 that will proceed as scheduled from April 9 to 12, 2026 at the World Trade Center Metro Manila (WTCMM).
In light of current global and local developments, MIAS recognizes the importance of sensitivity, responsibility, and relevance in how the automotive industry engages with the public. While the show is a celebration of cars, it also reflects the evolving role of mobility in everyday life. MIAS 2026 will focus on solutions-oriented mobility—highlighting innovations that address efficiency, sustainability, and accessibility. The event aims to support both the industry and consumers by showcasing technologies and vehicles that respond to today’s realities, with this year’s theme, “Powering Mobility.”
Participating brands include 212, Aito, BAIC, Bestune, BMW, BYD, Changan, Chery, Denza, Deepal, DFSK, Foton, GAC Motor, Geely, GWM, Jetour, Kia, Lotus, Lynk & Co, Mini, MG, Omoda and Jaecoo, Radar, Rox, Golden Apex, JAC, and Tata commercial vehicles.
In line with making vehicle ownership more accessible and responsible, MIAS will once again partner with Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) Auto Loans as the event’s co-presenter to offer MIAS-exclusive financial solutions, with a particular focus on enabling the adoption of sustainable and electrified vehicles with MIAS-exclusive deals.
Expanded venue and features
Besides its usual venue, the World Trade Center Metro Manila (WTCMM), MIAS 2026 will expand into the Philippine Trade Training Center (PTTC), providing a larger and more dynamic venue for exhibitors and attendees alike. With 25 brands participating in MIAS 2026, the event will go beyond showcasing the latest car models. It will highlight the evolving landscape of mobility.
Expect the event to showcase its strong focus on new energy vehicles, EVs, and electrified automotive technologies; sustainable mobility solutions and responsible transport innovations the debut of the Overland Experience Grounds Concept, promoting sustainable outdoor lifestyles, off-the-grid camping, and local travel; expanded offerings in the Truck Pavilion, featuring new energy commercial transport solutions; and EV charging infrastructure and other environmentally responsible products and services.
Now a regular pillar of the event, the MIAS Petron Custom Classic Car Competition, in partnership with Petron Corporation, celebrates the legacy of Filipino craftsmanship, preserving and modernizing classic vehicles for future generations.
The event also continues to support the broader automotive ecosystem—from manufacturers and suppliers to small businesses and service providers—whose livelihoods are closely tied to the industry. 
“We understand the concerns many are facing today,” said Ms. Jill Ang, Managing Director of Worldbex Services International, the organizers of MIAS. “MIAS 2026 is being positioned not as a celebration detached from reality, but as a relevant and responsible platform that highlights how the automotive sector can adapt and contribute during challenging times.”
Promoting informed mobility choices
MIAS remains committed to promoting informed mobility choices and supporting the industry’s transition toward more sustainable and efficient transportation systems, in line with national initiatives such as the Electric Vehicle Industry Development Act.
The Manila International Auto Show 2026 is organized by Worldbex Services International and is held in support of the ABS-CBN Foundation Inc., reinforcing its commitment to social responsibility alongside industry development.

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